The World Bank (International Bank for Reconstruction and Development, IBRD) launched the Green Bond Impact Report in June 2015, with detailed information about the environment and social results expected from projects supported by its green bonds. The World Bank is an international financial institution that provides loans to developing countries for capital programs.

The report provides an update on the progress of the 100 green bonds (US$8.4 billion) that have been issued to support projects aiming for low carbon and climate-ready growth in IBRD’s member countries. The report presents an overview of the funds allocated across the 5 eligible sectors and geographic regions - Renewable energy, energy efficiency, transport, water and agriculture. There are some great tangible examples of work being completed to help emerging economies become more sustainable and preparing themselves for changes to the climate.